NASM Cardiorespiratory Training 2

Question 1

Which physiological adaptation is a primary benefit of consistent aerobic cardiorespiratory training?

Accepted Answer

Increased stroke volume and cardiac output

Answer

Regular aerobic training increases stroke volume (blood pumped per beat) and overall cardiac output, improving cardiovascular efficiency at all intensities.

Question 2

In NASM's Stage 2 cardiorespiratory training, the client alternates between which two heart rate zones?

Accepted Answer

Zone 1 and Zone 2

Answer

Stage 2 uses interval training alternating between Zone 1 (recovery) and Zone 2 (moderate intensity) to progress aerobic capacity beyond Stage 1.

Question 3

Which term describes the exercise intensity at which the body begins to rely more heavily on anaerobic energy systems?

Accepted Answer

Ventilatory threshold

Answer

The ventilatory (lactate) threshold is the exercise intensity where lactate accumulates faster than it can be cleared, signaling the shift toward anaerobic metabolism.

Question 4

NASM recommends that apparently healthy adults accumulate at least how many minutes of moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise per week?

Accepted Answer

150 minutes

Answer

ACSM and NASM align with federal guidelines recommending at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity weekly for health maintenance.

Question 5

The Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale most commonly used in NASM programming ranges from:

Accepted Answer

1 to 10

Answer

NASM uses the 1–10 RPE scale where 1 represents minimal exertion and 10 represents maximal effort, providing a simple subjective intensity monitoring tool.

NASM - Certified National Academy of Sports Medicine Specialist Practice Test

NASM - Certified National Academy of Sports Medicine Specialist Practice Test

NASM Cardiorespiratory Training 2